Media Strategist (Horizon Next)

Horizon Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that thrives at the intersection of people, data, and media. This role offers the opportunity to engage in strategic planning, account management, and internal relationship management. As part of a dynamic team, you will analyze large datasets, create insightful reports, and contribute to innovative media strategies. The company fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves to work. With a focus on professional growth and collaboration, this position promises a rewarding career path in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Pet Insurance

Childcare Resources

Fitness Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1+ years of media planning experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support media planning and reporting for various clients.
• Collaborate with teams to manage deliverables and budgets.
• Mentor junior team members and assist in their development.

Skills

Media Planning

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Media Management Systems

Job description

Job Description

Who We Are
Horizon Next is one of the industry's most innovative and data-driven marketing organizations and sits at the intersection of three constantly changing landscapes: people, data, and media. Our business provides strategic leadership to accelerate growth for our clients through brand strategy, media planning and investment, and best in class analytics across all channels. As the leader in innovative business solutions, we are always pushing ourselves to understand what’s next: our next innovation, our next advancement in analytics, the market’s next media evolution, and your next breakthrough idea. Horizon Next operates with the single goal that tomorrow must outperform today.

At Horizon Next, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.

Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.

What You’ll Do

30% Strategic Planning

1. Use your understanding of the media planning process to support Senior Strategist and Supervisor across a multitude of client deliverables.
2. Manipulate and analyze large datasets including TV attribution models and their outputs; own reporting for all traditional channels, pulling data and providing insights, create reports to showcase findings.
3. Create, format, and update flowcharts; ensuring Assistant’s output is accurate.
4. Collaborate on the development of POVs for new media opportunities, on an ongoing basis.
5. Responsible for utilizing consumer research and competitive intelligence tools (MRI, Cadence, AdIntel).
6. Continue to strengthen understanding of media strategy and applications.

30% Account Management

1. Prepare and distribute traffic instructions, partner with Traffic team to track deadlines and deliverables, responding to any inquiries appropriately.
2. Facilitate the billing and budget maintenance process.
3. Responsible for organization of team documents and process materials.
4. Establish frameworks and templates for presentations decks and team projects.

20% Internal Relationship Management

1. Collaborate with Senior Strategist and Supervisor to identify problems and recommend solutions.
2. Keep Senior Strategist and Supervisor updated on the status and timing of deliverables.
3. Engage and effectively interact with other Horizon Next departments, i.e. Investment, Traffic, Operations.
4. Apply knowledge of current/previous clients’ specific business and industry to enhance and further relationships.

20% Mentorship

1. Contribute to other junior team member(s) development (train Assistant Strategists, onboard new Strategists).

Who You Are

1. A strong writer, presenter and communicator.
2. An independent worker with strong time management and organization skills.
3. A problem solver with the ability to develop creative solutions.
4. A strong team player, willing to roll up your sleeves.
5. Nimble and flexible with ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
6. Detail oriented with a commitment to follow through.
7. A supporter of and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion.

Preferred Skills & Experience

1. 1+ years previous media planning experience.
2. Basic understanding of advanced analytics and performance media.
3. Understanding of media math and advertising terminology.
4. Skilled in Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to discuss how those functions can or should be applied relative to the media planning process.
5. Proficiency in basic functions within systems and tools related to the media planning process (i.e. media management system, billing system, competitive and targeting tools).

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

This role does not require certificates, licenses or registrations.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

This role does not require any physical activity.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Salary Range

$64,350.00 - $80,000.00

A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual’s skill sets, experience, training, education, licensure/certifications, and qualifications for the role. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.